Food Production Processes

Organic Gardening - Meaning and concept

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define the term organic gardening.
-Explain the concept of organic gardening.
-Embrace organic gardening practices.

In pairs, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices and print media to search for information on the meaning of organic gardening.
-Explain the concept of organic gardening.
-Share the information in class.

What is organic gardening?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 23
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions

Food Production Processes

Organic Gardening - Practices in crop production
Organic Gardening - Benefits and importance
Organic Gardening - Use of organic manure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify organic gardening practices in crop production.
-Explain different organic gardening practices.
-Value organic gardening practices.

In pairs, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices and print media to search for information on organic gardening practices in crop production.
-Identify and explain different organic gardening practices.
-Share the information in class.

What are the organic gardening practices in crop production?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 23
-Digital devices
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 23-24
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 24

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions

Food Production Processes

Organic Gardening - Making organic pesticide using garlic
Organic Gardening - Making organic pesticide using hot peppers
Organic Gardening - Making organic pesticide using rabbit urine
Organic Gardening - Mechanical weed control methods

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe how to make organic pesticide using garlic.
-Make organic pesticide using garlic.
-Appreciate the use of organic pesticides.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Follow steps to make organic pesticide using garlic:
-a) Chop garlic cloves and put in blender.
-b) Blend to form a thick paste.
-c) Add warm water and mix thoroughly.
-d) Let solution sit for 24 hours in a warm place.
-e) Sieve solution into another container to create pesticide.

How can we make organic pesticide using garlic?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 24
-Garlic cloves
-Blender
-Warm water
-Containers
-Sieve
-Hot peppers
-Water
-Spray bottle
-Rabbit urine
-Measuring containers
-Spray equipment
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes

Organic Gardening - Making organic foliar feed using Mexican sunflower
Organic Gardening - Making organic foliar feed using rabbit urine
Organic Gardening - Making organic pesticide using rosemary

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe how to make organic foliar feed using Mexican sunflower.
-Make organic foliar feed using Mexican sunflower.
-Value the use of organic foliar feed.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Follow steps to make organic foliar feed using Mexican sunflower:
-a) Collect Mexican sunflower leaves (1/2 kg).
-b) Put in large plastic container.
-c) Add 5 liters of water to completely submerge leaves.
-d) Cover mixture to ferment, stirring daily until bubbles no longer form (7-14 days).

How can we make organic foliar feed using Mexican sunflower?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 25
-Mexican sunflower leaves
-Large plastic container
-Water
-Stirring implement
-Rabbit urine
-Measuring containers
-Spray equipment
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 26
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Rosemary

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes

Organic Gardening - Selecting a crop for organic gardening
Organic Gardening - Preparing seedbed for organic gardening
Organic Gardening - Planting and applying organic manure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Select a crop for growing using organic gardening practices.
-Identify factors to consider when selecting a crop.
-Value careful crop selection in organic gardening.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss factors to consider when selecting a crop for organic gardening.
-Select a suitable crop for growing using organic gardening practices.
-Justify their crop selection.

What factors should be considered when selecting a crop for organic gardening?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 26
-Digital devices
-Resource person
-Garden tools
-Prepared plot
-Measuring tape
-Organic manure
-Seedlings or seeds

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Food Production Processes

Organic Gardening - Managing crops using organic practices
Organic Gardening - Importance in producing healthy foods
Storage of Crop Produce - Types of storage structures
Storage of Crop Produce - Matching crop produce to storage structures

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how to manage crops using organic practices.
-Apply organic practices in crop management.
-Appreciate organic crop management practices.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how to manage crops using organic practices.
-Water and mulch crops.
-Control weeds by uprooting.
-Control pests using organic pesticide.
-Spray crops with organic foliar feed.

How are crops managed using organic practices?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 26
-Watering can
-Organic pesticides
-Organic foliar feed
-Knapsack sprayer
-Safety gear
-Digital devices
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 29
-Pictures of storage structures

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes

Storage of Crop Produce - Ways of preparing storage structures
Storage of Crop Produce - Preparing containers and airtight bags
Storage of Crop Produce - Preparing storage rooms and granaries

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain ways of preparing storage structures for crop produce storage.
-Identify steps in preparing storage structures.
-Value proper preparation of storage structures.

In pairs, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices and print media to search for information on ways of preparing storage structures in readiness for storage of crop produce.
-Identify steps in preparing storage structures.
-Share findings in plenary.

How are storage structures prepared before storing crop produce?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 30-31
-Digital devices
-Print media
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 31
-Containers (metallic, plastic, wooden, glass)
-Airtight bags
-Warm water
-Soap
-Repair materials
-Slasher or panga
-Disinfectant, soap
-Duster, jembe, gloves
-Hammer, nails, timber

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Food Production Processes

Storage of Crop Produce - Controlling rodents in storage facilities
Storage of Crop Produce - Managing stored crop produce
Storage of Crop Produce - Checking moisture content in cereals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain methods of controlling rodents in storage facilities.
-Control rodents in storage facilities.
-Value rodent control in storage facilities.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain methods of controlling rodents in storage facilities.
-Place safe traps in granary to catch rats or mice.
-Use slasher to clear bushes around granary.
-Repair rodent guards to prevent rats from climbing into store.

How can we control rodents in storage facilities?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 31
-Safe traps
-Slasher
-Rodent guards
-Used engine oil
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 32-33
-Digital devices
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 33
-Glass bottle (750 ml)
-Salt
-Cereals or pulses

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes

Storage of Crop Produce - Ensuring proper ventilation
Storage of Crop Produce - Turning stored crop produce
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Introduction to flour mixtures
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Types of flour mixtures

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of proper ventilation in storage facilities.
-Ensure proper ventilation in storage facilities.
-Value proper ventilation in stored crop produce.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain the importance of proper ventilation in storage facilities.
-Use an improvised broom to remove dust or dirt that could block vents of the granary.
-Ensure free circulation of air in the granary.

How can we ensure proper ventilation in storage facilities?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 34
-Improvised broom
-Storage facility (granary)
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 35
-Shovel or rake
-Stored cereals or pulses
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 39
-Digital devices
-Resource person
-Pictures of flour mixtures

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes

Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Gluten in flour mixtures
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Consistency of flour mixtures
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Batters and doughs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the role of gluten in flour mixtures.
-Describe how gluten affects flour mixtures.
-Appreciate the role of gluten in flour mixtures.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices or printed resources to find out about gluten in flour.
-Explain the role of gluten in flour mixtures.
-Describe how gluten affects flour mixtures.
-Share findings with classmates.

What is the role of gluten in flour mixtures?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 40
-Digital devices
-Printed resources
-Samples of flour mixtures

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Food Production Processes

Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Types of batters
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Raising agents in flour mixtures
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Procedures for preparing chapati dough

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify different types of batters.
-Describe the consistency of different types of batters.
-Appreciate different types of batters.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify different types of batters (thin and thick).
-Describe the consistency of different types of batters.
-Give examples of food items made from different types of batters.
-Share findings with classmates.

What are the different types of batters?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 40
-Digital devices
-Printed resources
-Samples of batters
-Samples of raising agents
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 41
-Print resources
-Flour mixtures

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Food Production Processes

Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Preparing chapati dough
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Making chapati from dough
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Procedures for preparing mandazi dough

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Prepare ingredients for chapati dough.
-Mix ingredients to form chapati dough.
-Value the proper preparation of chapati dough.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Prepare ingredients for chapati dough.
-Sift dry ingredients together.
-Add sugar, salt, water, and oil to form soft, sticky dough.
-Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until soft, elastic, and smooth.
-Cover dough to rest for 30 minutes.

How is chapati dough prepared?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 41-42
-All-purpose flour
-Salt, sugar, oil
-Mixing bowl, wooden spoon
-Chapati dough
-Rolling pin and board
-Frying pan
-Source of heat
-Serving platter
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 43
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Flour mixtures

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes

Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Preparing mandazi dough
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Making mandazi from dough
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Procedures for preparing pancake batter
Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Preparing pancake batter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Prepare ingredients for mandazi dough.
-Mix ingredients to form mandazi dough.
-Value the proper preparation of mandazi dough.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Prepare ingredients for mandazi dough.
-Sift dry ingredients together.
-Mix water, oil, and egg.
-Add this mixture to flour while kneading into dough.
-Knead for 15-20 minutes until smooth and elastic.
-Let dough rest for 10 minutes covered with damp cloth.

How is mandazi dough prepared?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 43-44
-All-purpose flour
-Baking powder, sugar, salt
-Water, vegetable oil, egg
-Mixing bowl, wooden spoon
-Mandazi dough
-Rolling pin and board
-Frying pan
-Source of heat
-Serving bowl
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 45
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Flour mixtures
-Salt, sugar
-Eggs, milk or water

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Food Production Processes
Hygiene Practices
Hygiene Practices

Cooking: Using Flour Mixtures - Making pancakes from batter
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning waste disposal facilities
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Waste bins, sinks, and open drains

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Cook pancakes from batter.
-Serve pancakes appropriately.
-Embrace making pancakes from batter.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Heat oil in frying pan.
-Pour batter to cover pan base thinly.
-Cook until bubbles show on top surface.
-Turn pancake and cook other side.
-Place pancakes on plate.
-Serve with lemon juice, roll, garnish as desired.

How are pancakes made from batter?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 45-46
-Pancake batter
-Oil
-Frying pan
-Source of heat
-Serving plate
-Lemon for garnish
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 52
-Digital devices
-Pictures of waste disposal facilities
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 53
-Print resources

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning waste bins
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning sinks
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning open drains

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of cleaning waste bins.
-Describe qualities of a good waste bin.
-Value cleaning of waste bins.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the importance of cleaning waste bins.
-Describe qualities of a good waste bin.
-Share findings with classmates.

Why is it important to clean waste bins?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 53-54
-Digital devices
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 54
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 54-55

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning a galvanized iron waste bin
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning a stainless steel sink
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning a ceramic sink
Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning an open drain

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline materials needed for cleaning a galvanized iron waste bin.
-Clean a galvanized iron waste bin.
-Appreciate a clean waste bin.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify materials needed for cleaning a galvanized iron waste bin.
-Clean a galvanized iron waste bin following these steps:
-a) Tie the liner at the top and empty the bin.
-b) Check for maggots or molds.
-c) Scrub with a brush dipped in warm soapy water.
-d) Dry with a soft cloth immediately.

How do we clean a galvanized iron waste bin?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 56
-Warm soapy water
-Soft brush
-Cold water
-Disinfectant
-Soft cloth
-Galvanized iron waste bin
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 57
-Vinegar
-Baking soda
-Stainless steel sink
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 58
-Soap
-Nylon sponge or soft rag
-Warm water
-Ceramic sink
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 59
-Broom

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Meaning of laundering and disinfecting
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Methods of disinfecting clothing and household articles
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using sunlight for disinfection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define the terms laundering and disinfecting.
-Explain the difference between laundering and disinfecting.
-Appreciate the importance of laundering and disinfecting.

In pairs, learners are guided to:
-Use digital or print resources to find out the meaning of laundering and disinfecting.
-Discuss how the processes are carried out in their homes.
-Write down discussion points and share with classmates.

What is the difference between laundering and disinfecting?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 62
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 63
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 64

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using salt for disinfection
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using boiling for disinfection
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using disinfectants

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how salt is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for salt disinfection.
-Value disinfection using salt.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how salt is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for salt disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using salt for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.

How is salt used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 64
-Digital devices
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 65

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using ironing for disinfection
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Safety precautions during disinfection
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting aprons using sunlight
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting gloves using commercial disinfectants

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how ironing is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for ironing disinfection.
-Value disinfection using ironing.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how ironing is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for ironing disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using ironing for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.

How is ironing used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 65
-Digital devices
-Resource person
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 66
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 67
-Warm water
-Soap
-Clothes line
-Aprons
-Commercial disinfectant
-Gloves

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting white cotton towel using boiling
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting a dustcoat by ironing
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting handkerchiefs using salt
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting socks using commercial disinfectant
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Importance of disinfecting clothing and household articles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting a white cotton towel using boiling.
-Disinfect a white cotton towel using boiling.
-Appreciate boiling as a disinfection method.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting a white cotton towel using boiling.
-Disinfect a white cotton towel following these steps:
-a) Wear protective clothing.
-b) Wash the towel in warm soapy water.
-c) Heat water until it boils.
-d) Put towel in boiling water for 2-5 minutes.
-e) Allow water to cool with towel inside.
-f) Remove towel and rinse in warm then cold water.
-g) Hang to dry in direct sunlight.

How do we disinfect a white cotton towel using boiling?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 68
-White cotton towel
-Warm soapy water
-Clean water
-Plastic buckets with lids
-Wooden stick
-Jiko or stove
-Sufuria
-Pot holder
-Protective clothing
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 69
-Warm water
-Soap
-Basin
-Iron box
-Ironing board
-Dustcoat
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 70
-Salt
-Cold water
-Handkerchiefs
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 71
-Water
-Disinfectant
-Socks
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment